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Hi all

I have a bit of scarring on my cheeks from spots when I was younger and just around my eye from an operation i had aged 18. I was wondering if anyone had any tips of how to fade them a bit?!

I hate them and they really make me feel self concious, i can't really go out without make up on because they look so horrible!!!

Thank you in advance!!!

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    [Deleted User][Deleted User] Posts: 1,565
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    You could try Bio Oil, it should help a bit. Though works best on scars less than 6 months old apparently.
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    [Deleted User][Deleted User] Posts: 851
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    I recommend Bio Oil too. I have some scars from acne as a teenager (i'm 27 now) and have been using bio oil for the past few months and it's really making a difference :]
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    UltraVioletUltraViolet Posts: 7,673
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    I recommend going to your Doctor, he/she should be able to recommend a cream of some sort. I can't quite remember the name, but I'm sure there is a very good cream that over time the scars gradually fade away, especially if small/thin.
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    SystemSystem Posts: 2,096,970
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    Bio Oil x
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    [Deleted User][Deleted User] Posts: 279
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    im in the bio oil corner too...

    And although it feels so wrong putting something oiley on your face (at least it does for me when i spend half my time trying to stop my skin being oiley) it is actually good for your skin, and can help prevent spots not cause them!
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    [Deleted User][Deleted User] Posts: 520
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    Thanks so much to all you all!
    I'm going to try Bio Oil for a while and if that doesn't work, i shall be going to the GP!

    Thanks!!!
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    [Deleted User][Deleted User] Posts: 340
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    Your GP won't really help. You'd be better off going to a dermatologist. Getting some Retin-A or having some laser work or chemical peel.

    Bio oil probably won't do much after the first year. Vitamin E oil is another one to try though.
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    Just came across this thread, I suffered with acne in my youngers years (26 now) so I may give it a try and if it doesnt work i'll just apply to be the next bad guy in an action film.
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    mimicolemimicole Posts: 51,040
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    Bio Oil is good but there are other products similar to Bio Oil at a lower price.

    Superdrug brand - 30ml £1.99

    I've started using it recently because I have lots of scars on my arms and legs. It's best to use it twice a day. Allow it to soak in for about 10 minutes or so before doing anything else. I've noticed a difference in my scars already. :)

    I hope this helps.
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    Special K_Special K_ Posts: 6,320
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    Bio Oil.
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    TelevisionUserTelevisionUser Posts: 41,432
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    UltraViolet wrote: »
    I recommend going to your Doctor, he/she should be able to recommend a cream of some sort. I can't quite remember the name, but I'm sure there is a very good cream that over time the scars gradually fade away, especially if small/thin.

    I think that's worth doing because a GP might then be able to do a referral to a dermatological specialist who should be familiar with a wide range of suitable and effective treatments.

    Good luck anyways, LondonGirl25. :)
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